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Police still on the hunt for hit-and-run suspect in Polk County

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POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A hit-and-run incident took place on March 9 on SR-400 near Milepost 53, involved four vehicles, and resulted in one fatality.

The driver of Vehicle 1, identified as 22-year-old Jesus Bravo-Bravo, failed to stop and collided with Vehicles 2 and 3. As a result, Vehicle 3 was pushed forward and hit the rear of Vehicle 4.

Unfortunately, Driver 2 died in the crash.

Shortly after, Bravo-Bravo fled the scene on foot, abandoning a stolen 2019 Dodge Caravan from Auburndale.

The authorities are actively investigating the incident. If you have any information, please contact *FHP or Crime Stoppers at **TIPS.